Assistant Accountant (Payables)

The individual will be responsible for the supervision of payables and cheque writing areas. Timely preparation of the Management Accounts, reconciliation of any other accounts necessary.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: -

• Supervising a team of three(3)
• Responsible for ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of all US$ and JA$ payments.
• Reconciliation of major suppliers and Intercompany payable accounts.
• Month end duties included but not limited to (Monthly accrual, Marketing expense analysis, FX gain/loss …etc.)

Preparation of the following monthly analyses/reconciliation:

• GRN accrual
• Goods in transit
• Foreign exchange gain/loss
• Miscellaneous expenses
• Miscellaneous income
• Pension contributions
• Others (TBD)
• Review and approval of Inventory Costings
• Responsible for the maintenance of the Fix Asset Register
• Support Finance Manager with preparation of monthly management accounts, quarterly consolidated packs and annual Financial Statements
• Ad-hoc Projects

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Tertiary level education, preferably a degree in accounting and/or ACCA Level 3 or CPA

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Strong computer literacy and numeracy skills.
• Effective oral and written skills, including the ability to interact and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational/coordination skills and excellent at time management.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team.
• Analytical and problem –solving skills.
• Experience in a retail environment

DESIRABLE PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Ability to work independently and on own initiative.
• Highly motivated.
• Tactful and discreet.
• Strong work ethics and integrity.
• Ability to manage stress.
• Ability to manage heavy workload.